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Bannad Studios

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14 years of experience

Bannad studios is a high-end custom soft decor workroom that contracts with private clientele and professional designers from all over the US as well as internationally. We have a line of pet accessory products a very exclusive client list for whom we offer custom handbags. We currently service a regular list of clients in 32 of the US states and 7 additional countries.

Bannad studios is a high-end custom soft decor workroom that contracts with private clientele and professional designers from all over the US as well as internationally. We have a line of pet accessory products a very exclusive client list for whom we offer custom handbags. We currently service a regular list of clients in 32 of the US states and 7 additional countries.

HILLEMANS AUTO UPHOLSTERY

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HILLEMANS AUTO UPHOLSTERY

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I am the owner and operator of my upholstery shop . I have been in business almost 35 years. My work has always been my advertisement and I now have cars that I have done all over the US.

I am the owner and operator of my upholstery shop . I have been in business almost 35 years. My work has always been my advertisement and I now have cars that I have done all over the US.

Berger's Table Pad Factory

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Berger's Table Pad Factory

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company was founded by David Berger over thirty years ago and David has been selling table pads direct to the public for over forty years. We know our table pads and we know how to design the perfect fit the very first time.

"price is better other places magnets do not work keeping panels connected"

Stephen F on August 2020

Our company was founded by David Berger over thirty years ago and David has been selling table pads direct to the public for over forty years. We know our table pads and we know how to design the perfect fit the very first time.

"price is better other places magnets do not work keeping panels connected"

Stephen F on August 2020

Upholstering questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to reupholster, repair, or replace old furniture, consider its age, level of wear and tear, and overall value. It’s usually better to repair old furniture because older pieces tend to be made out of hardwood, like oak and maple, whereas newer furniture is more often made out of plywood, medium-density fiberboard (MDF), and other less durable materials. When determining whether it’s worth the price to repair a furniture item, calculate the price of buying a new, similar piece and compare that to quotes from local furniture repair services.

It is possible to reupholster directly over old material in some cases, and it can save you a bit of money. If you are going to go this route, make sure you use a darker color than you had previously. Otherwise, you might see the old fabric beneath the new material. You should also keep in mind that reupholstering over old material is only possible with certain materials. For example, reupholstering over leather usually isn’t possible. You can ask your professional to see if this is an option for your piece.

As with any project, weighing the pros and cons of upholstery can help determine if that is the right choice for you. The ultimate question is whether it’s worth reupholstering instead of buying new furniture. Here are a few of the benefits and disadvantages of reupholstering a piece of furniture.

Pros:

  • Preserving a family heirloom

  • Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition

  • Reinventing an old piece of furniture

  • Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill

Cons:

  • Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture

  • Finding out the frame is beyond repair

  • Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done

Doing your own upholstery work is possible, but it’s typically a better idea to leave the work to professionals. Without experience and the proper tools, it’s difficult to get a professionally finished appearance for your furniture, and many DIYers end up spending money on tools and materials only to hire a professional when they can’t get the fabric to look right. If you have reupholstery experience, feel free to give it a shot. However, if you’re not confident in your skill level or you’re working with antiques, it’s worth the money to hire a pro.

The average time it takes to reupholster a piece of furniture is around eight hours, but it varies significantly based on the piece. A professional can usually reupholster smaller furniture units like dining chairs or small ottomans in two to three hours, while an entire sofa might take several days or up to a week. Antique furniture tends to take longer to reupholster because greater care needs to be taken to preserve the piece. Your timeline might be a bit longer if you need other repairs done, like sanding and refinishing wood components.

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